Construction Estimating Certification Online
IDCECC

Self-paced online training with expert support 2 modules

Develop hands-on expertise in construction estimating through practical exercises and real-world applications. Learn to produce precise quantity takeoffs and cost estimates using digital tools and proven industry workflows, preparing you for success in construction management, estimating, and preconstruction careers.

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This course includes

  • 50 hours of project-based training from experts
  • 107 training videos
  • Access to Bluebeam software (3 months)
  • Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam
  • Answers from real instructors
  • 1-on-1 bonus training
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Learn at an accredited institution
  • Credits: 5 CEUs

Develop your construction estimating skills with this comprehensive online certification. Learn the fundamentals of quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and digital workflows using industry-standard tools like Bluebeam Revu. Through project-based, hands-on training, you’ll gain the expertise to create precise cost estimates and effectively contribute to preconstruction planning. This program also provides the foundational knowledge and practical experience to prepare for the Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam.

  • Core principles of construction estimating for residential and commercial projects.
  • Performing quantity takeoffs, developing cost estimates, and creating proposals.
  • Reading architectural and structural drawings to extract cost-related information.
  • Understanding estimate types: conceptual, preliminary, and detailed.
  • Using Bluebeam Revu for digital takeoffs and organized data management.
  • Calculating labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.
  • Addressing risk factors, contingencies, and project-specific variables.
  • Applying industry-standard tools and workflows for accurate estimating.
  • Preparing effectively for the Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam.
  • Reinforcing skills through hands-on projects, quizzes, and practical exercises.
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Courses & Videos in This Package

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Unit 1 20 Hours

Intro to Construction Estimating Course Online

Taught by a professional construction estimator, this course covers the essentials of construction estimating, including key tools, quantity takeoffs, and pricing strategies. You’ll also learn how to create accurate cost estimate proposals, and understand what should be included or excluded in a proposal.

  • Understand the fundamentals of construction estimating for both residential and commercial projects.
  • Learn to interpret architectural and structural plans to extract key cost-related information.
  • Master different types of estimates, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimating.
  • Gain insight into quantity surveying, estimating takeoffs, labor and equipment costs, and contingency planning.
  • Explore industry-standard tools and software used to produce accurate cost estimations.
  • Develop problem-solving skills to identify discrepancies and manage cost overruns effectively.
Video Training Preview
Topic 1: Introduction - Learning Objectives - What is Estimating?
Topic 2: Definitions & Abbreviations
Topic 3: Units of Measure
Topic 4: The Takeoff
Topic 5: Pricing Resources
Topic 6: Cost Categories
Topic 7: The Estimate
Topic 8: Project Considerations
Topic 9: Validation
Topic 10: Estimate Cover Sheet, Recap & Instructor Thoughts

Unit 2 30 Hours

Construction Estimating with Bluebeam Course Online

Master the art of accurate digital takeoffs and organizing construction estimates in this practical Bluebeam Estimating course. Perfect for contractors, estimators, and construction professionals, this course teaches you how to use Bluebeam Revu to generate quantity reports, optimize workflows, and prepare data for project proposals. You’ll gain hands-on experience with construction drawings to sharpen your estimating skills, from measurements to final reporting.

  • Takeoff Fundamentals: Gain a solid understanding of digital estimating, including takeoffs, quantities, and bid preparation using Bluebeam Revu.
  • Measurement Tools: Practice using Bluebeam’s measurement, markup, and dynamic fill tools to calculate quantities for all building systems, including walls, windows, flooring, and roofing.
  • Organized Estimating: Learn to organize data with tool chests, layers, spaces, and customizable columns. Export your takeoffs into shareable, editable reports for clients and team members.
  • Real-World Application: Apply your knowledge to real project drawings with structured exercises that simulate professional estimating workflows.
Video Training Preview
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Digital Takeoffs in Bluebeam
Lesson 2: Area & Count-Based Estimating Workflows
Lesson 3: Exterior Finishes & Framing Systems
Lesson 4: Interior & Ceiling Takeoffs by Layer and Zone
Lesson 5: Structural Foundations, Framing & Masonry
Lesson 6: Estimating Outputs and Cost Integration

Exam

This program includes this certification exam as well as the exam proctoring. The exam is optional.

Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam

The Bluebeam Certified Professional Exam validates your expertise in using Bluebeam Revu for digital takeoffs, markups, and project collaboration. This certification demonstrates your proficiency with essential construction workflows and enhances your credibility in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.

Exam details
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